The Lake District is a place of breathtaking beauty, but a holiday here doesn't have to break the bank.

I know it's the Lake District but we've been in a particularly wet spell recently with more frequent storm events, so our Matson Ground staff are being kept busy with continuing storm damage clearance and wood extraction from our woodlands.

Are you still planning your 2024 escape, but you're not sure where to go.

For those of you with dogs, the Lake District has long been a favourite destination.

Did you know that wetlands are one of the world's most biodiverse habitats? In fact, they provide homes for many species and larger wetlands, such as RSPB Leighton Moss, act as a vital stopover for millions of migratory birds in need of rest and to refuel.

This year marks 100 years of the Matson Ground Estate Company Limited and what better way to honour this milestone than with a big party - a chance for the whole Matson Ground community to get together and celebrate.

Moths are not only essential pollinators and a vital food source for birds and bats, they are also a great indicator of habitat health, which is why we carry out a moth survey every year at Matson Ground.

We recently welcomed students from a local school to help coop and plant out trees on the Matson Ground Estate.

It's November and Autumn has announced its arrival in the Lake District in spectacular style.